Affiliate Summit West 2025 – where deals get made and Vegas takes no prisoners.

Las Vegas doesn’t do subtle, and neither does Affiliate Summit West. Over three days, ASW 2025 packed out the conference halls with serious players, big ideas, and a whole lot of handshakes (or badge-scanning, because apparently, business cards are old news). If you weren’t there, here’s what you missed.

🗓️ Date: 3-5 February 2025

📌 Place: Las Vegas, USA 🇺🇸

🏟️ Venue: Caesars Forum Conference Center, 3911 Koval Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89109

First Impressions

Unlike the more fast-and-loose vibe of AWA, ASW was polished and structured. People showed up in full-on conference mode – blazers, serious agendas, and a laser focus on making deals. Networking felt more deliberate, and while there was still that classic Vegas energy, it leaned more toward business-first, party-second.

As for the crowd, AI was the talk of the town – AI-driven personalization, performance marketing innovations, and the future of compliance in lead generation. A big chunk of the event’s focus – healthcare and Insurance – wasn’t really our scene.

That being said, Adult advertisers were in attendance, and there were some interesting conversations about potential partnerships in that space.

Networking & Deals

Face-to-face connections were the name of the game. If you weren’t throwing big money around, your network was your golden ticket.

The best partnerships happened in those side conversations – the kind that don’t make it into official meeting schedules but turn into long-term business opportunities.

Our custom lanyards? Absolute hit. People noticed.

Trends We Noticed

🔹 AI is everywhere. From automation to content creation, it’s reshaping how people approach affiliate marketing.

🔹 The Creator Economy is Exploding – Influencer marketing is no longer a side hustle; it’s taking over. More platforms, easier onboarding, and a packed Creator Economy Live prove it’s here to stay.

🔹 Google’s Algorithm? Still a Mystery – Everyone’s feeling the impact, but no one’s cracked the code. Panic level? Surprisingly low. Either people are adapting quietly, or they’re still lost in the chaos.

🔹 Relationships Still Rule – If you’re not throwing big money around, your network is your lifeline. Face-to-face connections still matter – if you’re not showing up, you’re missing out.

🔹 Adult advertisers had a strong presence. For them, ASW was a successful event.

The Ratings

Location
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
(Vegas is always a solid choice)

Networking
⭐⭐⭐⭐
(The best networking? After-hours in bars and clubs)

Size & Attendance
⭐⭐⭐⭐
(Big, but well-organized)

Meet Market
⭐⭐⭐⭐
(Nice setup, solid location)

Speakers & Panels
⭐⭐⭐
(Decent insights, but more traffic in networking)

After-events & Nightlife
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
(It’s Vegas!)

Cost (Accommodation, Food, etc.)
💰💰💰💰💰
($5 for water. +20% tips. Painful.
If you’re coming, bring a fat wallet)

Final Verdict: A Must-Attend? Hell Yes.

ASW 2025 delivered high-value conversations, serious networking, and the kind of industry insights that actually matter.

If you’re in the affiliate game and looking to level up, this is a conference that needs to be on your radar. See you next time!